of Leslie, AR

February 7, 1954 - September 13, 2024

Laurence Overton Gilbert Sr., age 70, of Leslie, Arkansas passed from this life on Friday, September 13th, 2024 at his home, surrounded by his life companion and family. He was born in Shreveport, Louisiana on February 7th, 1954 to Hugh Gilbert and Annie Hamilton Gilbert.

Laurence moved to Marshall, Arkansas in the early 1980's because he loved the Ozarks and the people of Arkansas. He loved fishing, hunting and camping. He also enjoyed inventing things to help better humanity.

Survivors include his four sons; five grandchildren; two sisters, Allura Kowalski of Pound, Wisconsin and Janis Gilbert of Pine Bluff; his life companion, Deatra Loomer of Leslie; two stepchildren, Hope Ramos and Alex Brown; three step-grandchildren; and several nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.

Laurence is preceded in death by his parents, Hugh and Annie Gilbert and one sister, Nita Davis.

All services will be private. At the family's request, in lieu of flowers, please plant a tree in memory of Laurence or donate to your local food bank.

Obituary Provided By:
Roller-Coffman Funeral Home
923 Highway 65 North
Marshall, AR  72650
www.rollerfuneralhomes.com